Patient Safety Specialist
Collect data on work environments for analysis by occupational health and safety specialists. Implement and conduct evaluation of programs designed to limit chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic risks to workers.
At a Glance
Patient Safety Specialist. Typical education: Associate degree. Experience: 3 years. Top skills: Clinical Experience, Organizational Development, Notetaking.
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Associate degree
3 years
1
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Occupational Health and Safety Technicians
Median Wage
$58,440/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+8.5%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (14)
Clinical Experience
Organizational Development
Notetaking
Health Administration
Patient Safety
Health Care Industry
Risk Analysis
Nursing
Information Management
Risk Management
Outpatient Surgery
Auditing
Performance Improvement
Healthcare Industry Knowledge
Common Skills (2)
Investigation
Research
Certifications (1)
Certified Professional In Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM)
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